Panthers 2018 training camp position battle: Wide receiver

Panthers 2018 training camp position battle: Wide receiver

In a few days the Panthers will make the journey down to Spartanburg, SC for training camp. This summer, there will be several position battles to watch out for, especially at wide receiver.

Here is a breakdown of the 2018 wide receiver battle, including each candidate projected to make the roster and those on the bubble.

Devin Funchess

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Coming off of his best season, Funchess should start 2018 as the team’s primary receiver. In 2017, he recorded 63 receptions, 840 yards and eight touchdowns in 16 games. During his last three years with the Panthers, Funchess averaged approximately 561 receiving yards each season. However, after Funchess the layout of the wide receiver depth chart is unclear. Here is a preview of some other contenders for starting wide receiver.